Warsaw city hall estimates that 90,000 took part in the march, but the organisers claim attendance was 250,000.
Politics
We must “liberate” Poland from “foreign occupying” government, says Kaczyński in Independence Day speech
The opposition leader once again suggested that the government represents German and Russian interests.
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Poland moves to end rule banning onshore wind construction
Poland was among Europe’s leaders in installing wind capacity, but new restrictions saw investment dry up after 2016.
Polish pizzeria sees rush of customers after Biden struggles with its spicy pepperoni
The US president was picturing trying the pizza on a visit to US troops in Poland, and later blamed it for losing his voice.
Complaint filed against Polish public TV over “EPP – European Putin’s Party” report
Polish state TV, a government mouthpiece, has suggested Donald Tusk, PO and the EPP are among “Putin’s useful idiots”.
Biden draws on Poland’s anti-communist history to inspire Ukraine resistance in Warsaw speech
The US president also praised the Polish people for “opening their hearts and their homes” to Ukrainian refugees.
Sudden firing of Polish minister shines light on rivalry in ruling party
Marcin Makowski
While ostensibly about EU funds, the dismissal is actually the result of a rivalry between the prime minister and his deputy.
Poland deserves help with refugees but “won’t go begging” for it, says Kaczyński
Poland will also not support any system to relocate the refugees to other countries against their will, says the ruling party chairman.
Polish government announces latest overhaul of tax system, including lower income tax
A middle-class tax allowance will be withdrawn, business owners’ healthcare contributions changed, and a preferential system for single parents restored.
Polish minister fired amid reported rift over unblocking EU funds
The development minister, Piotr Nowak, had been in the role for less than five months.
Poland expels 45 “Russian spies pretending to be diplomats” and arrests espionage suspect
An employee of Warsaw’s municipal authorities was also detained on suspicion of spying for Russia.
Ukraine war pushes West to rebuild bridges with Poland
Joanna Kędzierska
Previous issues of concern – such as the rule of law – have been put aside amid the focus on security and the refugee crisis.
Poland campaigns to replace Russia in G20
A minister says the idea has been “very well received” by the United States.
Poland “heading for education tsunami” with new Ukrainian refugee pupils, warns teachers’ union
Up to 50,000 new teachers may be needed, says the head of the union, who has appealed for salaries to be raised.
